Sr. Manager, Project Electrical

Royal Caribbean Cruises Ltd•Miami, FL

About The Position

This position is responsible for technical management functions related to the revitalizations, technical projects, and supporting the project managers and projects as needs arise. Typical assignments would include major ship projects such as revitalizations and newbuild owner’s work. Leader in project management of a diverse project portfolio with successful results. Management of projects varying scope from waterparks, machinery systems, guest facing venues, and more. Responsible for on time delivery, technical compliance, multi departmental alignment, and delivery within budget. Proven track record of injecting a “can-do” mindset into all projects to improve the shipbuilding product. Responsible for presenting and collaborating at the highest levels within the organization leading to corporate trust in projects undertaken.

Requirements

Background in Electrical, Electronic, and Power Engineering and 10+ years’ experience in shipping industry, classification society or similar.
Minimum Bachelor of Science in Electrical Engineering or related field from an accredited college or university or the international equivalent highly desirable.

Nice To Haves

Experience as a passenger vessel Chief Electrical/Electronic Engineer is preferred.

Responsibilities

Proactively directs and drives ship technical/electrical projects so they are accomplished within the prescribed time frame, budget, and meet all safety and brand guidelines. Liaises operating department representatives intimately involved in the Revitalization of a ship: Hotel, Culinary, Marine, Design, Finance, Procurement, HR, IT, ShoreEx, Revenue, Sales & Marketing, Safety & Environment and shipyards.
Ensure operational requirements and ship configurations are compatible with SQM and way of working.
Manages vendors, to whom technical work is outsourced to, ensuring they meet our time, budget, safety and brand guidelines.
Create strong link to marine operations and ship's chief engineers and chief electrician to ensure final plans and designs will meet all operational needs.
Identify and communicate restrictions and compromises that may be required due to budget or space limitations.
Oversee and support the electrical aspects of dry-dock preparations and planning of major projects. Provide electrical support, supervision and advise in connection with dry-dock, revitalization and other special projects
Develop cost reduction programs for projects.
Direct and coordinate at a high level, all general procedures and regulatory classification and safety issues between new building office(s) and classification and regulatory societies.
Maintain and support the project budget, including forecasting and planning, alongside the Project Manager(s) and Technical Manager(s).
Review and comment, as appropriate on all project design proposals, feasibility studies, and construction plans, as needed.
Audit existing plans and prepare detailed report as needed.
As directed, visit vessels for familiarization projects and work being handled.
Stay current with technical research and projects development and evaluate new technology for use across the fleet. Run test programs on new equipment in conjunction with ship personnel as directed.
In conjunction with the Technical Manager, support planning, installation and follow up on all vessels.
Assist current project managers where needed. Act as a back-up for projects that may fall into trouble.
Stay current on SQM policy and be responsible for the timely correction of audit findings.
In conjunction with the Technical Manager, assist in the selection and installation of electrical and all related class construction requirements and safety appliances to ensure compliance with applicable regulations and company safety and environmental policies.
Assist in supervision of projects onboard.
Work on assigned special projects.
Responsible for execution of high risk and technical complex projects
Management of up to 5 internal project manager resources
Workforce project delivery responsibility of over 300+ workers
Responsible for health, safety, and occupation well-being of workers during drydocking window
Required for long duration field work with extensive working hours
Responsible for leadership level communication and collaboration to achieve the desired output of the project
Develop and drive project plan to ensure on time completion of the project
Act as liaison between multi-departmental organization to ensure a mutually aligned product at completion
Develop and review contracts to ensure a complete product at completion
Develop and review technical design to ensure technical compliance and safety of construction
Develop and integrate execution strategy between contractors for a seamless installation
Manage project budget and implement cost savings initiatives as needed to ensure on budget or under budget execution
Present and report to leadership on the health and status of venues